Happy Saturday, neighbors! ⚓️

If you’ve stepped outside today, you know SEWE is in full swing. With over 40,000 people hitting the Peninsula, it’s officially that weekend where "wildlife expo" mostly means a 20-minute crawl on Lockwood and absolutely zero street parking near Marion Square.

Here is the quick street-level intel if you’re trying to navigate the mess:

Expect the most chaos around the five main hubs: Marion Square, Brittlebank Park, the Gaillard Center, Charleston Place, and the Marriott. Brittlebank is a flat $10 today and tomorrow, so Lockwood is going to be backed up with people trying to get into that lot.

For those of us who live here, we all have our favorite ways to dodge the lanyard crowds and reclaimed-wood booths. Most of the tourists stick to the venues and the middle of King Street, so the deeper neighborhood corners are still ours for the taking.

If you’re looking for a quiet spot to walk the dog or grab a coffee today without a 30-minute line, just ask me, I’ve got a few ideas I’m happy to share.

Stay safe and stay local! — Brian, your Neighborhood Advocate | r/CharlestonLife Wiki

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